Toyota 1996 Avalon, Owner'S Manual, Page: 91 / 202

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5. Insert the magazine into the automatic
changer as shown above. Then close the
cover.
The anti-theft system prevents the audio
system from working after it has been dis-
connected. To activate the system, you
must set a three-digit security code. After
the system is set, “SEC” will appear in the
display each time the ignition is turned
from “LOCK” to “ACC” or “ON”. Also, the
anti-theft light flashes every few seconds
while the ignition key is in the “LOCK”
position.
You will need to know your security code
to reactivate your radio after electrical ser-
vice is performed on your vehicle.
Choose a security code that is easy to re-
member and keep a copy of it (not in your
Toyota).
NOTICE
If you pushed any wrong buttons on
the anti- theft system, the following
messages will appear on the display.
“Err”—You have pushed wrong
buttons.
“1- 9”—Indicates the number of er-
rors you have made. You may make
up to nine errors, but no more!
“HELP”—The number of errors you
can make was exceeded. The audio
system is completely inoperable.
Contact your Toyota dealer.
Setting a security code for the first
time.
1. Turn off the audio system.
Turn the ignition key to “ACC”.
Simultaneously push and hold in “1”, “6”,
and “PWR/VOL” until “SEC” appears on
the display.
—Anti-theft system
(Types 1-3 and 2 only)